Slang USED On Occasion BY Young People
Bussin describes “this is hitting the spot” type of feeling
"This meal is bussin"
"Describes something really good, usually related to food"
Submitted May 2021 by anacaipires
Slang USED On Occasion BY Young People
Bussin describes “this is hitting the spot” type of feeling
"This meal is bussin"
"Describes something really good, usually related to food"
Submitted May 2021 by anacaipires
Expression USED On Occasion BY Some People
This is an informal, joking way of saying "what's up" or "how are you?". It's a way to ask what's happening in your life or in the situation, as if something in your life or the situation is "crackalacking". Crackalacking is a fake verb, and usually pronounced with a funny accent and with an -in ending instead of -ing. The term is never used seriously.
"What's crackalackin'?" "Haha not much."
Submitted May 2021 by anonymous
Name USED On Occasion BY Young People
A nickname for someone (typically a male) you either do or don’t know. Endearing, but can also be sarcastic in a confrontational setting. Can be used instead of bro, man, or chief.
“Hey bossman, you need another beer?” “Nah, I’m chillin’.”
“Excuse me, would you like another beer?” “No, I have had enough for now but thanks for asking.”
Submitted May 2021 by anonymous
Idiom USED Frequently BY Almost Everyone
To express that doing something is not a problem, not troublesome or difficult. Alt: that the behavior or actions of someone else do not effect or bother you.
“Are you able to come by my house after work?” “Yeah, no sweat” Alt- “well, it is your decision- no sweat off my back”
Submitted May 2021 by anonymous
Slang USED In the past BY A few people
It is a 1920’s slang term to call your friends an idiot in a joking way, or someone who you don’t particularly like insultingly.
"Ah John is a ritzy nitwit. "
Submitted May 2021 by anonymous
Expression USED On Occasion BY Millenials
It’s been a while, it’s been a long time, it has not happened recently
"It’s been a minute since I’ve seen my coworkers in person. The office has been closed for over a year. "
Expression USED Frequently BY Almost Everyone
Used when someone mistakes which direction is being referred to, such as your right side when asked for something on your left side.
“Hey, could you grab that bag on your left? Uh, no, your other left.”
Submitted February 2021 by anonymous
Word USED On Occasion BY Some People
(noun) • A bald man combing the rest of his hair over his bald spot.
"Look at that - Max has a serious comb over."
Expression USED On Occasion BY some people
To describe the remoteness of an area, its proximity (or lack thereof) to basically everything
“Where did Sara say she moved to?” “I don’t know, somewhere out there in East Bumblefuck”
“Where did Sara say she moved to?” “I don’t know, somewhere really remote and far away”
Submitted December 2020 by anonymous
English
Midwest of United States of America,
United States
Slang USED On Occasion BY some people
In Midwest US area a lot of people will say 'Bumfuck, Egypt' for an obscure far-away country or place.
"Yeah, they moved to Bumfuck, Egypt. Super remote and snowplows don't even go on their road".
Submitted December 2020 by anonymous
English
Northern Midwest (particularly Minnesota),
United States
Interjection USED Frequently BY Almost Everyone
A common exclamation in the northern United States. The term originates from Norway and is thought to be brought to the states by Scandinavian immigrants in the 19th century. Used in cases of surprise, shock, or relief. Also commonly used as a sympathetic response to hearing slightly unfortunate news.
"Make sure you wrap up nice n' warm today; it's a cold one out there." "Uff-da, it sure is!"
Submitted December 2020 by jess
Expression USED On Occasion BY People Over 30
A reference to the highly-publicized string of workplace shootings by United States Postal Service (USPS) workers, beginning in 1986. This expression is used to refer to someone suddenly becoming extremely angry.
"Don't go postal or anything, but your coffee might be cold by now."
Submitted December 2020 by jess
Expression USED On Occasion BY Everybody
When someone discovers or creates something that already exists. Most often used when someone is wasting significant time or effort to create the thing in question.
"School committees should seek to improve upon existing methods, not reinvent the wheel every time they develop a new curriculum."
Proverb USED On Occasion BY African-Americans
Used to affirm that one should use any and all means necessary to reach a goal. “You” can be replaced with any other subject pronoun. Similar to “à la guerre comme à la guerre” in French.
“I worked overtime for 9 weeks to buy myself this new car.” “Wow. Get it how you live.”
Submitted November 2020 by anonymous
English
Midwest,
United States
Expression USED On Occasion BY Most People
“Bread and butter” means someone’s livelihood or how they make a living. It’s always used together, in this order, and as a singular noun.
“Tourism is the bread and butter of many island countries.” “Did you grow up on a farm?” “Yeah, it was our bread and butter.”
Slang USED On Occasion BY Some People
A colloquial and joking way to refer to COVID-19.
“Don’t forget your mask or else Miss. Rona will get you”
Slang USED Frequently BY Black People
It’s a phrase describing the sudden tiredness experienced after a large meal.
*yawn* "Imma go lay down.” “The itis got you, huh?”
Submitted November 2020 by anonymous
the pot calling the kettle black
Idiom USED On Rare Occasion BY Mostly Young or the Very Old
(Used for calling someone a hypocrite after they criticize you.) • An old idiom meant to point out someone's hypocrisy.
"You really need to learn to have some patience." "Oh, hi Pot, I'm Kettle. Have we met?"
Submitted November 2020 by anonymous
Standard Phrase USED Very frequently BY Young People
It's a commonly used phrase that describes innocent statements into an explicit one.
"I want you to think about it long and hard." "That's what she said." - The Office
English
South East,
United States
Expression USED Frequently BY Mostly women in the Southern USA
To someone from outside it sounds like a compliment but it is really a polite way to say “you’re an idiot”. Can also be used at the end of a rude sentence to try to end the sentence on a “positive” note.
“Someone called saying I won a cruise and all I have to do is give them my bank information! Time for a trip!” “Oh honey, bless your heart”.